2020 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · SH20 ANV

The most recent MOT on 2026-01-28 identified several safety-critical issues, including front brake discs worn to near-limit, tyres approaching legal tread depth, and a steering linkage ball joint with slight play. These findings suggest ongoing wear in critical components, with the brake discs and tyres requiring immediate attention to maintain safety. The 2026 MOT also noted that inspection covers prevented full assessment, raising concerns about hidden damage or unaddressed faults. Recurring issues in the MOT history include tyre wear and suspension component degradation. Tyre-related defects appeared in 2025, 2024, and 2026, with cracking, perishing, and near-limit tread depths. Suspension arm bush wear was recorded in 2023, and seat belt webbing damage in 2024. While these issues are individually minor, their persistence across multiple MOTs indicates a pattern of gradual wear, potentially linked to the vehicle’s low mileage. The vehicle’s mileage of 35,363 miles over six years (approx. 5,894 miles annually) is significantly below average for its age. This could imply infrequent use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may accelerate wear on rubber components (e.g., tyres, suspension bushes) and lead to corrosion or stiffness in moving parts.